Crested Coua
Coua cristata
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Crested Coua (Coua cristata) — 42–44 cm. Grey-brown above; whitish below with vinous breast; prominent erect crest; vivid bare blue orbital patch. Common in western and southern Madagascar in dry deciduous forest, scrub, and spiny thickets. Non-parasitic; builds a small open nest. Omnivore; eats insects, chameleons, fruits, and seeds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Kanat Açıklığı | 27,2 cm | 10.7 in |
| Ağırlık | 104,0 g | 3.67 oz |
Tanımlama
Tuy
Bengal Coucal: dark brown above; rufous wings; pale buff below; long dark tail; red eye; common Asian coucal; widespread
Habitat & Range
Koruma Durumu
Davranış & Üreme
Yuvalama
Nest type: HC.
Kuluçka Büyüklüğü
2
Ses
Şarkı
Loud, far-carrying melodic call with resonant quality; clear rich notes audible through dense humid forest.
Taksonomi
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Takım | Cuculiformes (Cuckoos) |
| Familya | Cuculidae (Cuckoos) |
| Genus | Coua |
| Türler | Coua cristata |
Distribution
Crested Coua has been recorded in 1 countries.
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